Released in 2003, Worldwide Underground sees Erykah Badu lean deeper into her experimental, free-flowing musical instincts. More groove-oriented and jam-based than her previous albums, this project feels like a soulful, psychedelic live session with extended instrumentals, lush layers, and a hypnotic funk. Blurring the lines between hip-hop, soul, jazz, and electronica, Badu embraces spontaneity—offering looser song structures and entrancing rhythms. Collaborations with artists like Queen Latifah, Bahamadia, and Angie Stone make this record a celebration of collective creativity, while still highlighting Badu’s unique artistic vision. Worldwide Underground isn’t just an album—it’s a vibe.
Tracklist:
Side A
A1. Intro - World Keeps Turnin'
A2. Bump It
A3. Back In The Day (Puff)
A4. I Want You
A5. Woo
Side B
B1. The Grind
B2. Danger
B3. Think Twice
B4. Love Of My Life Worldwide
B5. Outro - World Keeps Turnin'
Motown
2022
Vinyl, LP
Purple
00602435946054
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